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Of Mice and Men

By John Steinbeck

Adjectives

poignant tragic heartfelt

Genres

Classics Friendship/Family Historical Fiction

Synopsis

During the Great Depression, George and Lennie, two migrant workers, dream of owning their own land. George is small and quick-witted, while Lennie is large and mentally challenged. They find work on a ranch, hoping to save enough to achieve their dream. However, Lennie's innocent fascination with soft things leads to unintended consequences, testing their friendship and hopes.

About the author

John Steinbeck was a famous American writer who loved telling stories about people and their adventures. He is best known for his book 'The Grapes of Wrath'. Steinbeck enjoyed exploring the countryside and meeting new people, which inspired many of his exciting stories. He wanted his books to help people understand and care about each other.

Pages

107 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

Published

1993

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